Attractions in Century City
Distances are from the town centre.
The Old Slave Tree Memorial - Cape Town
The Old Slave Tree Memorial in Cape Town's City Bowl stands as a poignant reminder of South Africa’s colonial and slavery history. This memorial inscribed with the text: "On this spot stood the old slave tree / Op hierdie plek het die ou slaweboom gestaan", can be located at ground level on a tra...
Slave Lodge Museum (Iziko) - Cape Town
The Iziko Slave Lodge, located in the heart of Cape Town, is one of South Africa's oldest buildings and a significant historical site. Established in 1679 by the Dutch East India Company (VOC), the building originally served as a lodging for slaves brought to the Cape from various parts of Africa...
Heritage Square - Cape Town City Centre
Heritage Square is a historic and vibrant complex located in the heart of Cape Town's city centre. It is a beautifully restored 18th-century courtyard surrounded by a collection of old Cape Dutch and Georgian buildings, which have been repurposed to house a variety of restaurants, boutique shops,...
The Groote Schuur Estate - Rondebosch, Cape Town
Named after part the Granary that was built on the estate in 1667 by the Dutch East India Company, De Groote Schuur (The Big Barn) was to become far more important to South Africa than the Trading Company that had it built. In 1870, over 200 years after it was built Cecil John Rhodes arrived in N...
Cape Town Stadium - Green Point, Cape Town
In 2007 the original 18 000 seater Greenpoint Stadium was demolished to make way for the new stadium which played host to some of the 2010 Soccer World Cup. During construction, Cape Town Stadium was unofficially known as Green Point Stadium. During October 2009, the city asked for the public to ...
National Library of South Africa - Cape Town Campus
The National Library of South Africa (NLSA) - Cape Town Campus is one of the oldest libraries in the country and serves as a custodian of South Africa’s literary and documentary heritage. Its origins date back to 1818 when it was founded as the South African Public Library. The initial collection...
Green Point Market - Cape Town
The Green Point Market was a famous flea market located near the Cape Town Stadium (old Green Point Stadium) in Cape Town, South Africa. Historically, it was one of the largest and most popular markets in the city, operating every Sunday and offering a wide variety of goods, including African cra...
The Company's Garden - Cape Town
The Company’s Garden, located in the Cape Town City Bowl, is a historic public park and heritage site that dates back to the 1650s. Originally established by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) as a vegetable garden to supply fresh produce to passing ships, it is the oldest cultivated garden in So...
Bo-Kaap Museum - Cape Town
The Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum, located in the heart of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town, is a cultural and historical gem that offers a fascinating insight into the rich heritage of the Cape Malay community. Housed in one of the oldest buildings in the area, dating back to the 1760s, the museum w...
Metropolitan Golf Club - Green Point, Cape Town
The Metropolitan Golf Club (Green Point Golf Course), located in Green Point, Cape Town, is a well-regarded golf course known for its challenging layout and picturesque setting. Situated in the Green Point area, near the Cape Town Stadium and the V&A Waterfront, the club offers a convenient and s...
Devil's Peak - Cape Town
Devil's Peak forms part of the mountainous backdrop to Cape Town. When looking at Table Mountain from the V&A Waterfront, or when looking at the standard picture postcard view of the mountain, the skyline is from left to right: the spire of Devil's Peak, the flat mesa of Table Mountain, the dome ...
Long Street - Cape Town City Bowl
Long Street is one of Cape Town’s most recognisable urban arteries, stretching through the heart of the City Bowl with a character that blends historic charm and contemporary energy. Lined with Victorian-era buildings, wrought-iron balconies, and a mix of colonial and more modern architecture, th...
Noon Gun - Signal Hill, Cape Town
The Noon Gun or Noon Day Gun on Signal Hill in Cape Town is a historic cannon that has become a well-known landmark and a popular tourist attraction. The gun was originally installed in 1806 as a time signal for ships in the harbour, allowing them to set their marine chronometers accurately. Each...
Green Point Athletic Stadium - Cape Town
Set within the leafy expanse of Green Point’s urban parkland, Green Point Athletic Stadium offers a quieter, more intimate counterpoint to its imposing neighbour, Cape Town Stadium. Yet this is no secondary space. With Table Mountain rising in the distance and the Atlantic breeze never far away, ...
Bo-Kaap Market - Cape Town
The new Bo-Kaap Market, perched on the vibrant corner of Yusuf Drive and Pentz Street in historic Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, has rapidly become one of the neighbourhood’s most compelling cultural additions. Officially opened in mid-February 2026 after soft trading since late 2025, this open-air market c...
Iziko South African National Gallery - Cape Town
The South African National Gallery, located in the Cape Town City Bowl, is a premier art museum that showcases a diverse collection of South African and international art, spanning historical and contemporary periods. Established in 1871, it is one of the oldest art museums on the African contine...
Flea & Street Markets in Cape Town
Cape Town's flea and street markets are a vibrant tapestry of the city's diverse culture, offering an eclectic mix of goods ranging from handcrafted jewelry, vintage clothing, and artisanal crafts to fresh produce and gourmet street food. Popular markets like the Neighbourgoods Market in Woodstoc...
Museum of Dogs - Gardens, Cape Town
The Museum of Dogs in the Cape Town City Bowl, located at 95 Keerom Street, Gardens, offers a unique and delightful exploration of the historical and cultural significance of dogs. Established to celebrate the enduring bond between humans and their canine companions, the museum features an extens...
South African Jewish Museum - Cape Town
The South African Jewish Museum, located in Gardens in the heart of Cape Town, is a testament to the rich and diverse history of the Jewish community in South Africa. Officially opened by Nelson Mandela in 2000, the museum is housed in a beautifully restored building that was once the first synag...
Tygerberg Hospital - Parow, Cape Town
Tygerberg Hospital, located in Parow, Cape Town, is one of South Africa's largest and most prominent academic hospitals. Established in 1976, the hospital serves as a major tertiary care facility and teaching hospital affiliated with Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Scienc...